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Spokane's Expo '74 World's Fair focused on an environmental theme, an alternative to the traditional focus on technology. Spokane was the smallest city ever to host a world's fair, which many saw as a sign of potential failure. However, Expo's incredible success exceeded the expectations of even the fair organizers. By removing the eye-sore of a decaying railroad hub and leaving behind a beautiful riverfront park, Expo has had a lasting impact on the City of Spokane.